350 City of Detroit positions up for grabs at job fair

Feb. 28, 2014

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Detroit Free Press Staff Writer

Detroit residents seeking work are encouraged to attend a job fair Friday and Saturday, where they can learn about 350 vacant positions in the city government’s workforce.

Applicants should bring multiple copies of their résumés. The city is looking to hire police officers, bus drivers, general auto mechanics, construction inspectors, buildings trades workers, general electrical workers, plumbers and other workers.

The fair runs from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Cobo Center.

Applicants must apply online online and can complete an application before, during or after the job fair. Thirty computers will be available at the fair for people to use to apply for jobs.

City officials have said preference will be given to Detroit residents and honorably discharged veterans.

The event will feature workshops on resume building and interview techniques. People will also be able to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.